Bernard Creek Solar is a 230 MW photovoltaic facility in Wharton County, Texas. EIA's May 2026 inventory lists one operating generator under Plant ID 65034, with service beginning in December 2023 and Bernard Creek Solar LLC as the registered operator. ENGIE is the long-term owner and operator. The company also reports $50 million in new tax and other local revenue over the project's life.
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| Generator | Capacity | Technology | Operation | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSBS1 | 230 MW 230 MW summer | Solar Photovoltaic Solar · PV | Dec 2023 | Operating |
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EIA reports December 2023.
Monthly generation is reported through EIA-923. Capacity factor uses the current EIA nameplate capacity and is shown only for complete calendar years.
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Bernard Creek Solar has a reported capacity of 230 MW. Source: ENGIE Bernard Creek project page.
Bernard Creek Solar is a Solar Photovoltaic facility in Wharton County, TX, participating in the ERCOT market.
Bernard Creek Solar is in Wharton County, TX, inside the ERCOT balancing area.
Bernard Creek Solar is operated by Bernard Creek Solar, LLC according to the EIA generator inventory. Reporting membership does not by itself establish ultimate ownership.
Bernard Creek Solar reported 492.5 GWh over the twelve months to 2026-06. Figures are net generation as filed to EIA-923.
Bernard Creek Solar settles at SBE_RN_1.
By capacity, Bernard Creek Solar ranks #121 of 7,234 operating plants of the same technology nationally. It ranks #53 of 231 in TX.
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